IBDP Alumni Tutor in Mathematics and Physics (SL/HL), Holds a Bachelor of Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering from McGill University with 4+ Years of Tutoring Experience.
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Samouil B.
Country: Canada, Brossard, QC
Tutor Bio
I have lived in Europe and Canada, traveling across the ocean countless times, experiencing more cultural diversity than most people my age. I have consistently excelled academically in a variety of educational systems. I have completed the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and, more recently, graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Honours Mechanical Engineering from McGill University with distinction. I am immensely passionate about learning and understanding that the only way to grow consistently is to learn consistently. I hope to learn until the day I die. Education is the stepping stone to success and the key to living a fulfilling and meaningful life. From Mathematics to Spirituality, I absorb from all walks of life with an open mind, for no single discipline holds all the answers to Life’s questions. Teaching Experience
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Teaching Overview
IBDP Physics and Mathematics Tutor
I have been tutoring my peers since 6th grade, starting with after-school tutoring and eventually founding a peer-to-peer tutoring system during my IB years to help struggling students with their areas of weakness. During my university years, I consistently assisted my underclassmen by explaining topics, helping them with their assignments, and reviewing material with them in preparation for their exams. Eventually, I became a teacher’s assistant in my own right for a course titled “Advanced Mathematics for Engineers,” I held weekly tutorial sessions showing students how to approach problems related to the course and answer any theoretical questions. In total, I would say I have an equivalent of 4+ years of tutoring experience across my academic career in a variety of subjects.
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2018 @ McGill University, Montreal, QC
Undergraduate Researcher
1. Did lab work on the combustion of metal powders in a Hele-Shaw Cell 2. Specifically, to recognize the effect of solid inert particles such as silicon carbide on gas flame stability to pave the way for future research on flames with solid chemically reactive particles such as aluminum powders
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2017 @ McGill University, Montreal, QC
Teacher's Assistant
Course: Math 264 - Advanced Calculus for Engineers 1. Gave weekly tutorial lectures to 20+ students. 2. Answered questions on the discussion board of our online platform. 3. Met with students outside of class to answer questions and clarify concepts. 4. Held review sessions for upcoming exams.
Education
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McGill University
Bachelor of Engineering Honours Mechanical Engineering
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Champlain College
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Teaching Skills
Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL
Mathematics Analysis and Approaches SL
Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL
Mathematics Applications and Interpretations SL
Tutor Videos
Tutor Teaching Style
Understanding, compassion, and kindness are necessary to alleviate any worries or concerns a student may have. It is of utmost importance to relate the teaching to the student’s own unique set of circumstances to build upon prior knowledge instead of building isolated islands of information that may or may not be useful or translatable in other areas of life.
First, I would ask the student about themselves and their reasons for seeking tutoring: what are their weaknesses and what areas they would like help with. In essence, I would like to understand what areas concern the student to adapt to their specific needs. Afterward, we would create a plan of action and formulate an appropriate system to address any specific issues that may be on their minds. Finally, we would start the tutoring process at a convenient pace for the student.
By sharing studying strategies that have helped me in my own academic journey and inspiring them to seek learning as an end in itself and not as a means to get good grades. Grades are temporary; true knowledge lasts a lifetime. An example of an additional technique I can teach them is mindfulness and breathing exercises for anxiety and stress relief.
By relating their learning experience to things, they are actively passionate about in or outside of school.
After a few valid attempts at learning the concept, we would take a small break, relax and perhaps do some breathing and mindfulness exercises before trying again. If the difficulty persists, I will look for an alternative approach to convey the knowledge required. It is of utmost importance to play around the student’s strengths and weaknesses to leverage them to achieve great results.
By breaking down the concepts into easy and digestible pieces of information.
Ensuring that the student and the tutor are on the same page and that there is a system to address questions as they arise naturally.
By relating the subject in question to another subject that is more meaningful to the student.
Quizzing students on theory and practice is an efficient way to check their understanding.
By relating new concepts to old concepts and building a web of information, they can draw upon them whenever they get stuck. If you don’t know something, you can use other nodes in your web to figure it out.
By asking them questions and mindfully listening to their answers.
By paying attention to what clicks with them and what does not. This is essentially a process of trial and error.
Reference Textbooks for theory and practice purposes. Teaching Skills
Tutor Reviews
Zekai from Spain
Sam is such a good tutor! There's no doubt for me! He explained perfectly about my topic and solved my problem. He prepared the topic which is well done. I will keep working with him! Well done Sam!
Vinitha from Canada
Hi Sam, we're extremely thrilled with the final test marks and want to tell you that you played a significant role in our success. Thank you so much for exceeding our expectations and all your effort!
Mirela from USA
Sven likes him a lot and it seems he has a right method to explain complex concepts.
Katja from Canada
Sam was great; my daughter felt very motivated after the initial meeting.
Elianna from Canada
Super engaging session! Things were explained very well and at a good pace.
Jose from Mexico
Sam is very friendly, approachable, and ready to teach. I very much enjoyed my session with him since he did not just teach me the topics I needed help with but also some strategies to be mentally and physically healthy and ready to head on to my IB final exams. He sometimes went a bit too fast, but nonetheless, he was willing to repeat things in case they were not clear.
Mohiuddn from Saudi Arabia
Very good, dedicated and knowledgeable tutor.
Elianna from Canada
Very articulate and helpful in explaining new concepts. Super engaging and funny :) made math actually interesting
Jose from Mexico
Sam was very prepared and ready to rapidly attend to any questions that I had during our sessions. I had the opportunity to meet with him for multiple sessions, and he always tried to review the topics that I needed help with in the fastest and most efficient way possible. I overall feel like he did positively impact my performance in the IB exams!
Tutor Quote
What you practice grows stronger, what you neglect withers and dies. Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot, but make it hot by striking - Amalgamation of various thoughts